CVE-2009-0316

UnknownEPSS 2.84%

Last modified

CVE-2009-0316 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in src/if_python.c in the Python interface in Vim before 7.2.045 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983), as demonstrated by an erroneous search path for plugin/bike.vim in bicyclerepair.. EPSS estimates a 2.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in src/if_python.c in the Python interface in Vim before 7.2.045 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983), as demonstrated by an erroneous search path for plugin/bike.vim in bicyclerepair.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.84%

84.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
VimVim<= 7.2
VimVim1.0
VimVim1.22
VimVim3.0
VimVim4.0
VimVim5.0
VimVim5.1
VimVim5.2
VimVim5.3
VimVim5.4
VimVim5.5
VimVim5.6
VimVim5.7
VimVim5.8
VimVim6.0
VimVim6.1
VimVim6.2
VimVim6.3
VimVim6.4
VimVim7.0
VimVim7.1

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-0316?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in src/if_python.c in the Python interface in Vim before 7.2.045 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983), as demonstrated by an erroneous search path for plugin/bike.vim in bicyclerepair.
How severe is CVE-2009-0316?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0316 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0316?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST